If you’re launching a new business or developing a new project for an existing business, you probably need money to do it right. Instead of using … Read more about New Business or Project Crowdfunding: What To Know
Employees Getting Called to Public Service: What to Know
Small businesses operate with a tight staff; each person counts and it’s difficult for staff to cover when an employee is out for any reason. But some … Read more about Employees Getting Called to Public Service: What to Know
Not Too Late to Prep for Summer Now
While the calendar says the official start of summer is more than a month away, it’s not too early…or too late…to be thinking about that time of the … Read more about Not Too Late to Prep for Summer Now
Moms Know Best: Lessons for Entrepreneurs
Who knew that mom’s cliches would serve as lessons on how to be an entrepreneur? In honor of Mother’s Day, I’d like to thank my mom and all moms for … Read more about Moms Know Best: Lessons for Entrepreneurs
Mental Health Challenges in the Workplace
It’s been estimated that nearly one in 5 people in the U.S. have a mental health issue. SAMSHA says “Mental health includes our emotional, … Read more about Mental Health Challenges in the Workplace
Let’s Celebrate Small Business!
National Small Business Week 2025 in the U.S. is May 4 through 10. There’s a free virtual summit on May 6 and 7 (register here). As the SBA says: … Read more about Let’s Celebrate Small Business!
Scaling Your Business: Adding a New State Location
If your business is growing, you may want or need to expand to other locations. One or more of these locations may be across state lines. The U.S. is … Read more about Scaling Your Business: Adding a New State Location
Eye Strain: A Workplace Problem to Address
If you and/or your employees sit before a computer screen all day or a good part of it, eye problems can arise. Eye strain is the most common ailment, … Read more about Eye Strain: A Workplace Problem to Address
A Good Time to Review Your Company’s Driving Policy
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. It’s a good time to review your company’s driving policy to increase the safety of your staff … Read more about A Good Time to Review Your Company’s Driving Policy
Learning New Ways for Spring Cleaning Your Business
Traditionally, Spring is the time for individuals to clean out their homes…and for businesses to do the same. But moving beyond traditional approaches … Read more about Learning New Ways for Spring Cleaning Your Business
Proposals for Better Tax Rules for Small Businesses
Congress is continually giving lip service to its desire to help small businesses, but rarely does something important taxwise in this regard. Much … Read more about Proposals for Better Tax Rules for Small Businesses
Financial Literacy: What Owners and Employees Need to Know
April is National Financial Literacy Month. According to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), “’Financial literacy’ describes the … Read more about Financial Literacy: What Owners and Employees Need to Know
Tariffs, Recession, and Other Uncomfortable Topics for Small Business Owners
The expression “may you live in interesting times” can be interpreted as a blessing or a curse. It certainly reflects uncertainty. We are surely in a … Read more about Tariffs, Recession, and Other Uncomfortable Topics for Small Business Owners
Understanding the Interplay Between Federal and State Leave Programs
Employers can easily be confused about their obligations under the Federal Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) Act, state-paid family and medical leave … Read more about Understanding the Interplay Between Federal and State Leave Programs
Humor in the Workplace: Enjoy the Benefits
“Humor Is Serious Business” is the title of an article that appeared last year in a Stanford Business Graduate School publication and it really hit … Read more about Humor in the Workplace: Enjoy the Benefits
